This Colonial Flower Woman loves Spring and the singing of the winter-resident birds is among the first signs that Spring is around the corner. She carries a traditional clay bird bottle, which has made a happy home for small birds since 1699.
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When the Civil War began, the United States had only a tiny paid army. States had volunteer militias to help the regular army. The need for more men became greater and both sides started a draft or conscription. The South started it in 1862. The North started their draft in 1863. Learn More

When the Civil War began, the United States had only a tiny paid army. States had volunteer militias to help the regular army. The need for more men became greater and both sides started a draft or conscription. The South started it in 1862. The North started their draft in 1863. Learn More

The style of dress for George was taken from the famous painting of George Washington crossing the Delaware on Christmas Eve, 1776. The General is holding a whip, echoing Thomas Jefferson's statement that Washington was "The best horseman of his age, and the most graceful figure that could be seen on horseback."; Proceeds from the sale of this figure will help support the Mt Vernon Ladies Association. Learn More